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On the eve of December 2025, a total of R1,050 will be awarded to old South Africans courtesy of an increase in pension. The hike would come in handy for many, since it is an attempt to slightly alleviate the pressure of the cost of living that becomes very steep during the festive season and … Read more
The official school holiday calendar for South Africa in 2026 has been released, outlining all major closing and reopening dates for public and many private schools. These dates are crucial for parents, students, teachers, and caregivers to plan family time, travel and academic schedules throughout the year. The 2026 academic calendar continues the structured term … Read more
South Africa has issued a major update to its wage framework by officially dropping the 2025 wage rates and replacing them with newly finalised 2026 pay tables. This announcement affects employers, employees and wage negotiators across industries, as the updated rates reflect current economic conditions, inflation trends and labour market priorities. The release of the … Read more
South Africa is introducing major electricity law changes in 2026 that will affect households, businesses, and power producers alike. These reforms are part of the government’s effort to modernise the energy sector, improve reliability, and encourage sustainable power usage across the country. Why the Electricity Laws Are Being Updated The updated laws respond to ongoing … Read more
South Africa’s social security agency for financial aid system has informed the public that the targeted R560 Grant will be paid out during January 2026. This specific offer may be the sole hand that contributes to the livelihood of distressed poor South Africans as they purchase necessities like food, utilities, and healthcare. Who May Benefit … Read more
From January 2026, South Africa is set to roll out a new number plate system aimed at improving vehicle identification, reducing fraud, and strengthening road law enforcement. This update affects private vehicle owners, commercial drivers, and fleet operators across the country. Why the Number Plate System Is Being Changed The current system has faced challenges … Read more
Applicants for SASSA’s R1,500 food relief programme may still submit applications until January 5th, 2023. But as the programme reaches its closing stages, applicants are urged to hurry in applying for help which goes to assisting mainly poor households with funds for grocery shopping. It is important to note that no application that arrives after … Read more
South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has issued an important update for all beneficiaries concerning grant processing in January 2026. All beneficiaries have been urged to check their grant status in order to avoid delays in obtaining vitally needed financial assistance. This is for the R350 Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant, Old Age Pensions, … Read more
Once there were delays in the R5,200 monthly student financial aid from time delays; the NSFAS would issue an early warning. These allowances are an important means by which students can afford food, transport, accommodation, and academic necessities. Due to payment delays for most beneficiaries, there is anxiety all over university and TVET college campuses. … Read more
The announcement by the government which includes a major overhaul of the NSFAS funding criteria starting from January 2026, has been creating a lot of buzz. The changes have been coined as the tightened funding eligibility criteria that may reduce the amount of assistance offered to some students. The announcement has been met with unease … Read more